In conjunction with the Department of Labor's celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has posted a short video entitled "Disability Inclusion Starts with You." This public service announcement-style video encourages applicants and employees with disabilities to voluntarily self-identify by explaining the key role that self-identification plays in measuring contractor's progress toward achieving equal employment opportunity for people with disabilities. The video also explains the Section 503 requirement that contractors invite voluntary self-identification from their applicants and employees, and the strictly confidential nature of any disability information provided.

Entry Point: www.entrypoint.orgInternship opportunities for students with disabilities in science, engineering, mathematics, computer science and some fields of business.

Equal Opportunity Publications, Inc.: www.eop.com/compcd.htmlProvides a list of companies that are actively recruiting college graduates and professionals with disabilities. This site also has a resume database and links to CAREERS & the disabled magazine’s career expos.

Job Accommodations Network: www.jan.wvu.eduInternational toll-free consulting service that provides information about job accommodations, the employability of people who have disabilities, and other information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Just One Break, Inc.: www.justonebreak.comEmployment services for people who have disabilities, including job placement services, college internship programs, mentoring programs, ADA consulting services, and interviewing tips.

Lift, Inc: www.lift-inc.orgThis non-profit organization identifies, trains, and hires computer professionals who have physical disabilities through contracts with major corporations. After training, people are assigned to corporations that can hire the specialists after a one-year apprenticeship.

Career Library Resources

"Career Exploration, Development and Guidance for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities" Career exploration, development and guidance.

"Career Resource Guide For People With Disabilities"One-stop reference to help people with disabilities achieve their educational and professional goals including more than 8,000 disabilities-related entries, of which 3, 000 are new to this edition.

"Disability and Business – Best Practices and Strategies for Inclusion"Based on more than 100 interviews with inside sources of Microsoft, IBM, Cingular, Boeing, SunTrust another major companies that have already enjoyed success and recognition in the disability field.

"Employment for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome or Non-Verbal Learning Disability"Practical and technical advice on job hunting, interview techniques, “fitting in” the workplace, and whether or not to disclose a diagnosis.

"Job Search Handbook for People with Disabilities" Complete career planning guide and job search techniques for the disabled to identify strengths, explore career options, learn resume writing and prepare for interviews. Learn employment laws and rights.

"Life Beyond the Classroom" Transition strategies for young people with disabilities.

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Making Self-Employment Work for People With Disabilities"Understanding person-centered business planning and how to pinpoint interests, strengths, and goals.

"Real Work for Real Pay" This book describes inclusive employment opportunities for people with disabilities.